About
A grex of the Cattleya alliance, bearing large, well-formed, fragrant flowers in pale to mid-pink tones with a contrasting, dark-veined lip in spring. A rewarding warm-to-intermediate-growing orchid for a bright glasshouse.
About the genus
A small genus of epiphytic orchids which can be found in the wet forests of Mexico, Central America, Colombia, Venezuela and Trinidad. Leaves are strap-like and green whilst flowers appear in shades of purple, white and pink
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.